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Are you a driven sustainability or project management professional wanting to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then you might be our new colleague. One of NIR’s flagship programs, the Sustainability Impact Accelerator, is expanding and looking to recruit more project managers.

The Sustainability Impact Accelerator provides tailormade capacity development support to partners in low and middle-income countries, with the aim of enabling our partners to implement and scale sustainable climate infrastructure projects that address pressing environmental and social issues. As a Project Manager, you will be joining an experienced and growing team at NIR that manages complex projects and sustainability issues across the globe.

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Program Manager at the Sustainability Impact Accelerator

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Program Manager to join the team of one of our flagship initiatives, the Sustainability Impact Accelerator. The Accelerator provides tailormade capacity development support to partners in low and middle-income countries, with the aim of enabling our partners to implement and scale sustainable climate infrastructure projects that address pressing environmental and social issues. The Accelerator is funded by and follow the guidelines provided by the Swedish Development Cooperation Agency, Sida. As Program Manager you will be responsible for a portfolio of projects and report to the Program Director. The ability to travel internationally several times a year is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage relationships with international partners, NIR members, Team Sweden and other government agencies, among others.
  • Travel to partner countries to identify sustainability opportunities and risks, and identify and assess needs for capacity development.
  • Design, procure, and coordinate tailormade technical advisory and capacity-development programs for partners.
  • Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, budget targets and agreed outcomes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate best practices and innovative approaches into project activities.
  • Collaborate with NIR member companies to improve business conditions and leverage private sector engagement for development.
  • Ensure effective communication and knowledge sharing across all program components.

Qualifications:

  • Academic degree in Economics, Political Science, Social Sciences, or a related field, with a focus on environmental and social sustainability.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, with a proven track record in sustainability consulting, or a similar role. Work experience of applying international sustainability standards such as UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) and/or IFC Performance Standards, as well as having worked with Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAP) for projects is advantageous.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management and working in international development contexts.
  • Professional fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Swedish is advantageous, and knowledge of additional languages such as French, Spanish and Arabic is a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to develop and manage budgets, reports, and strategic plans.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
  • Passion for sustainable development, with strong integrity regarding human rights, environmental protection, and labor rights.
  • Ability to convey NIR’s core values in the daily work, including respect and trust.

What We Offer:

  • An opportunity to work with a key development cooperation program that has global impact and contributes to sustainable development and improved business conditions in low- and middle-income countries.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment within a dedicated and passionate team.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible working hours with the option to work remotely part of the week.

If you are a proactive and motivated professional with a passion for sustainability and international development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This executive summary presents the findings from the study “Workplace Cooperation: Finding Practical Solutions in the Colombian Context,” conducted by the FundaciĂłn Ideas para la Paz (FIP). The study evaluates the added value of the Swedish Workplace Programme (SWP) dialogue and cooperation model within the Colombian labor market.

Throughout 2022, FIP dedicated efforts to thoroughly understand the SWP model, including its concept, foundations, implementation process, and contributions to the labor market. In 2023, FIP documented the experiences of three companies—SKF Latin Trade, Securitas, and Epiroc—that implemented the SWP model in practice. The study also included face-to-face workshops to gather feedback from various stakeholders including civil society, businesses, government, academia, and international cooperation. The findings suggest that the SWP model has the potential to strengthen labor relations, contribute to decent work, and resolve workplace conflicts in Colombia.

The case studies highlight the importance of collaboration between employers and workers to promote decent work and sustainable development in Colombia. They demonstrate that social dialogue facilitates worker participation in labor decision-making, enhances their representativeness, and promotes cooperation between employers and employees, thus improving labor relations and contributing to the well-being of both employees and companies.

The SWP model is particularly noted for improving workplace relationships and commitment to jointly finding solutions to challenges faced by workers and the company. It empowers workers, enhances leadership, and helps integrate business policies into daily practices, reducing the initial disconnect between management objectives and the day-to-day realities of workers. The study also highlights the model’s capacity to manage conflicts constructively, transforming the perception of conflict as an opportunity for improvement. Structured dialogues deepen understanding of the underlying causes of conflicts, fostering empathy and facilitating effective resolution. This promotes a culture of collaboration and a democratic approach to decision-making, building trust.

Additionally, the model is recognized for enabling workers to make decisions, identify challenges, and propose solutions that impact their well-being, and bridging gender gaps in the workplace. Its inclusive approach adapts to the unique needs and characteristics of each company, promoting a stronger and more diverse organizational culture. It also drives good work performance and productivity by involving workers in problem identification and resolution, as well as in implementing improvements and efficiently identifying ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) risks for companies.

The document identifies the SWP model’s added value in empowering direct interaction among labor stakeholders in Colombia, overcoming historical or cultural reservations, and contributing to the development of stronger labor relations and improved workplace environments in the country.

Challenges and opportunities of the model are also discussed. The study points out the importance of addressing value chain risks, particularly in a global context where corporate clients demand decent work processes and due diligence. It emphasizes the need to integrate SMEs into this process and use anchor companies as drivers of social dialogue throughout the value chain. The role of the state in social dialogue and the importance of highlighting the benefits of the model for adoption across various business sectors are discussed.

The opportunities of the model include raising awareness of human rights in the workplace in line with the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGP), to strengthen due diligence, manage risks, promote long-term sustainability, and improve organizational culture. The document also underscores the importance of involving workers in change processes, leveraging their insights for continuous improvement of processes, and fostering innovation opportunities. Lastly, it suggests replicating the model in value chains to address work environment risks and gender biases, involving suppliers and contractors, and integrating the model into corporate policies to strengthen existing programs and transform organizational culture towards resource efficiency and effective participation of employers and workers.